Self Care Simplified

If you have gobs of extra time and energy to workout, then this episode is probably not for you. But, if you’re a mom that literally never has the TIME or enough ENERGY to exercise, and that’s always your biggest struggle, then turn up the volume, take notes, and be encouraged. The best part about this episode is that I’m NOT going to tell you how to wake up earlier, how to cut things out of your...

One of the most discouraging things in life is accomplishing something big, something hard, but then falling of the wagon, losing all your progress, and having to START OVER. Today’s “Ask Megan” question comes from Suzanne, who desparately wants to know how to stop this “Starting Over” cycle. In this shortie episode, I provide tips on exactly how to break the cycle, make adjustments when you can f...

Does your body and simple self-care tasks always get pushed to the backburner because you don’t have time or energy to make it happen? Do you feel disorganized, lacking a good routine - and even when you do have a routine, you can’t ever stick to it? Instead of feeling perpetually frustrated, you’re getting to learn from Ashley Brown today - the guru when it comes to Routines and Planners. As the...

Recently, a super common question from women is “How can I eat enough protein?” Once you learn how much protein you need as a healthy, metabolically active woman, the very next concern is how to actually eat that much in a practical way! In this short Ask Megan episode, I provide tips on exactly how to eat enough protein at every meal so that you feel fueled throughout the day and have a healthy,...

Should you be taking supplements and if so, which ones are best? I’m sure you’re wondering whether or not the supplements sitting on your counter right now are good for you. In today’s episode, I am going to help you figure that out in the simplest way possible. You’re going to learn what makes a nutrient work best in your body, the “jewelry analogy”, the 3 supplements I recommend, and how to avoi...

At the end of the day, do your feet, ankles and legs swell up and feel heavy? Maybe you’ve been sitting all day or you’ve been on your feet all day, and your feet and legs are just DONE. What should you do? In this shortie episode, I’m providing tips on exactly how to mitigate any extra swelling throughout the day. I’m also teaching you what you can do to get your feet and legs feeling back to nor...

Are you starting to wonder if healthy eating will EVER get easier? If so, this one’s for you. It’s extremely rare to have BOTH fitness and nutrition come natural to you. You’re either going to have an easier time with your workouts or with your food choices. It’s totally normal, but this can become very frustrating!! For Emily, she has always been athletic and loves working out, playing sports, an...

If you hate working out and think that exercising is one of the most miserable things ever, then this episode is for you. It’s virtually impossible to be consistent with your fitness routine and actually experience results when it’s something you dread. Today, you’ll learn the 4 highly effective strategies that help turn workout misery into actual enjoyment. Don’t believe me? Then I challenge you...

New Ask Megan episode! This eating question comes up A LOT: How many splurges can I have in a day or a week to make sure I’m on track and can still see progress? A few weeks ago, on episode 181, I shared exactly what a cheat or a “splurge” looks like. And today’s question is along the same lines, but more directed at “how many”. I’m sure you could use some help figuring out a good balance between...

Is it possible to experience “food freedom” and still be able to reach your goals? Can it be done? You have goals for your body, and you know that your eating habits play a huge role in the journey to get there. But most eating methods and diets you’ve tried force you to be a slave to the rules. Sadly, your resentment toward “healthy eating” grows and you’re no closer to your goals. My guest today...

What’s the best way to start working out again when it’s been a long time or you’ve been dealing with an injury? Maybe you love lifting weights and enjoy a good, sweaty workout - but is that where you should start? Today’s question for the “Ask Megan” segment comes from Heather, who’s been dealing with some tendinitis and other life cirumcstances that forced her regular workouts to take a back sea...

If you think that WHAT you eat matters most, think again! When it comes to sustainable weight loss and having better health in general, there is something that’s even more important than choosing the right foods. Most diet programs, eating methods, and even the entire nutrition industry has gotten this completely wrong, and it’s why you have struggled with your eating habits for so long. If you wa...

Walking. It’s an excellent form of low intensity exercise, but is it right for everybody? And are there ways to build up to walking for long distances without hurting your body? On today’s Ask Megan episode, Fae Lambert is looking for tips for a good walking program. In fact, she’s visiting Disneyland in several months and needs to be able to walk all day for several days in a row. In this shortie...

Overwhelmed? Everything in your life wants to be the top priority - the kids, work, schooling, your fitness, nutrition, your quiet time and the list goes on. For today’s guest, you can add to the list doctor appointments, daily medical treatments, and keeping up with countless medications. Crystal Nielson is a missionary and homeschooling mom who also happens to have a life-threatening genetic dis...

What is actually considered a splurge? Is adding creamer to your coffee preventing you from getting the results you want? Hmmm…maybe, but maybe not. Today, I’m answering a question I get asked a lot: What is a splurge and what are my tips for someone that’s trying to rein in their food splurges? This “Ask Megan” episode is for you if you’re working on having better nutrition, and you want to know...

What is the REAL secret to losing some weight and keeping it off…not just yo-yoing down and up again? Today, I want to show you how to actually get the results that you want - to feel fit, trim, healthy and full of energy for years to come! In this episode: The 6 elements that HAVE to be in place for sustainable weight loss The 1 element that’s been missing for you that makes the biggest different...

If you’re in your late 30’s, 40’s or even 50’s, and you’re not getting the results you want, should you try intermittent fasting? Intermittent fasting has become extremely popular in the last few years, and it touts lots of metabolism benefits, especially for aging women. But is it actually the right choice for you? Today, I’m briefly diving into this topic AND giving some strategic tips that are...

Be honest and raw - don’t candy coat it. When you look at your body in the mirror or in a picture, what do you feel? What are some of the emotions that bubble up? As I prepared for this episode, I had to dig deep into my own body image archives and listen hard to the stories of others - women that are faithful, strong and confident on the outside, but underneath it all they have zero confidence in...

Burning question of the week: “How do I get rid of the flabby lower belly baby weight? I have a C-section scar from years ago that seems to hold on to a pocket of fat right around it - is there anything I can do about it?” Whether it’s been one year or twenty since you were pregnant, the flabby baby belly (especially right around that C-section scar) can get frustrating and make it extra challengi...

Feeling trapped in the deadly, motivation-destroying comparison game? It could be with other women, but maybe it’s with your own self…your own body. My guest today was constantly looking back at how strong and fit she was back in the day, before she had kids (twins!), and just felt disappointed about where her body was now. As a former athlete, she felt like she had lost it all throughout her moth...

How do you know when to stop eating? What’s the trick to avoid overeating AND undereating? Knowing when to stop eating when you’ve had the right amount is SO TRICKY! But it’s also crucial to keep you at your healthiest. Today, I’m answering another listener submitted question from Courtney (a mom just like you) who wants to know if she should clear her plate in certain situations or stop much soon...

I recorded this interview with Deanna Mason, rest consultant and the creator of Refreshed Moms, in the middle of the most chaotic months of my life. Everything in me craved a full, deep Sabbath rest. But in my situation, that seemed impossible. What I learned from Deanna in this conversation is that I needed to reframe what I thought Sabbath and true rest was supposed to look like. This episode ma...

Is there a trick that can help you stop emotional eating? Whether it’s stress-eating, depressed-eating, or even happy-eating, mindlessly eating foods based on your emotional state is a real struggle. Today, Megan is answering a specific question from a listener who’s been struggling with mood eating. This listener battles the chocolate when she’s feeling down, and can’t seem to walk away. If this...

Always making bad food decisions in the heat of the moment, only to seriously regret it later? These 3 hacks will help you virtually eliminate bad food choices, so that you rarely (if ever!) end up in those regret-filled situations. In fact, I’m sharing this with you because this is what I do, personally, to make healthy food choices all day long. So get ready, because I’m about to give you my own...

Traveling. Eating out. Entertaining guests. Work trips. These are all tricky situations that might normally throw you off your “healthy habits” game. Is it even possible to stay on track and avoid backsliding in these scenarios? In this shortie Ask Megan episode, Crystal wants to know if she should set her primary eating routine aside while she’s at the mercy of someone else’s menu. I’m going to q...